Weathering & Erosion Review

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces without moving them.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving soil and rock from one place to another, often by wind, water, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What causes rocks to break apart in weathering?

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Rocks can break apart due to various factors, including temperature changes, water freezing in cracks, and plant roots growing.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is an example of physical weathering?

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An example of physical weathering is when water seeps into cracks in rocks, freezes, and expands, causing the rock to break.

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What is an example of chemical weathering?

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An example of chemical weathering is when acid rain reacts with minerals in rocks, changing their composition.

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How does wind contribute to erosion?

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Wind can carry away loose soil and sand, especially in dry areas where there are no plants to hold the soil in place.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What role do rivers play in erosion?

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Rivers can erode the land by carrying away soil and rocks as they flow, shaping the landscape over time.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion moves the broken pieces to a different location.

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What is a glacier?

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A glacier is a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land, eroding the ground beneath it and carrying sediments.

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What happens to rocks in a river over time?

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Rocks in a river are smoothed and rounded as they collide with each other and the riverbed.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2